2009 BMW 545 vs. 1977 Reliant Kitten
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Reliant Kitten. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Reliant Kitten would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1977 Reliant Kitten. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1977 Reliant Kitten. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Reliant Kitten. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Reliant Kitten.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 545 | 1977 Reliant Kitten | |
Make | BMW | Reliant |
Model | 545 | Kitten |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |